Small steps, big impact: how St John’s 100 club is changing lives £1 at a time
Every little helps! A simple concept often overlooked as a cliche, yet small, regular donations are among our most valued and reliable donations. Meet Joseph Jeyakumar, organiser of ‘The 100 Club’ and CAFOD Volunteer, who proves that it doesn’t take much to make a big, positive impact on the world.
Joseph tells us about how he launched ‘The 100 Club’ in his parish:
“I recently launched the 100 Club at our church (St John the Evangelist, Tadworth) to support CAFOD, and it has been a tremendous success. Parishioners were invited to contribute just £1 per month (£12 per year) for a unique number, with the chance to win one of three cash prizes each month: £25 for first place, £15 for second, and £10 for third. Many parishioners opted to purchase multiple numbers, increasing both participation and the funds raised. The remaining proceeds have been donated directly to CAFOD’s vital work”
The idea behind this club is simple yet genius! It gives parish members an easy way to make a real difference in the world, without the pressure of big donations. Everyone can chip in, no matter the budget, and still be part of something amazing.
Joseph goes on to explain that:
“The simplicity and affordability of the 100 Club made it accessible to everyone, and it quickly became a fun and effective way to engage our community. No license is required to run this initiative, making it even easier to implement. Our success was driven by key factors: affordability, accessibility, strong community engagement, simplicity, transparency, and the excitement of regular incentives. I highly recommend other churches consider setting up a 100 Club to make a meaningful impact.”
The 100 Club really does show that every bit helps. A £1 may not seem like much, but it really adds up and makes a difference, bringing us closer to a world without poverty and injustice.
Interested in fundraising in your parish? Get in touch with our fundraising team to turn your passion into action!